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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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