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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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