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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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