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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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