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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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