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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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