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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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