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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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