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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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