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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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