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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning enable people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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