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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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