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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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