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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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