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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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