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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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