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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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