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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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