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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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