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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high attrition?

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