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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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