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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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