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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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