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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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