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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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