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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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