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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

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