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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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