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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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