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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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