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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning are enabling people all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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