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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

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