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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

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