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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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