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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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