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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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