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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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