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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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