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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning are enabling people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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