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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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