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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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