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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning enable people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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