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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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