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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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