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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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