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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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