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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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