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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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