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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. New gains in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student attrition?

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