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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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