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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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