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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning enable people all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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