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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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