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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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