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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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