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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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