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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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