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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Syria to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

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