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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online education technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

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