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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high attrition?

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