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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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