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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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