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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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