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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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