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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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