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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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