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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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