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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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