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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

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