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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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