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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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