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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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