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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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