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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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