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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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