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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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