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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment 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 poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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