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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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