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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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