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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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