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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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