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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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