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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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