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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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