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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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