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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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