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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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