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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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