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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like India to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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