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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning enable learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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