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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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