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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning have enabled humans all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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