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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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