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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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