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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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