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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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