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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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