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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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