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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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