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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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