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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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