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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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