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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Ossetia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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