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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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