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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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