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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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