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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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