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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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