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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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