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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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