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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in elearning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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