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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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