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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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