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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high attrition?

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