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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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