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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

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