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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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