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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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