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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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