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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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