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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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