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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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