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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

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