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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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