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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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