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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are enabling learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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