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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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