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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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