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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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