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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning have enabled students all around the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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