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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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