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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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