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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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