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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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