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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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