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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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