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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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