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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in elearning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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