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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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