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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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