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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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