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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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