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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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