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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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