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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online education are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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