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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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