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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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