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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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