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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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