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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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