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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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