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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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