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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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