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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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