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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

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