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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bosnia and Herzegovina to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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