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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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