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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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