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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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