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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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