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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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