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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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