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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in learning technology enable students all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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