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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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