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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in electronic education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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