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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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