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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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