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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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