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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

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