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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Morocco to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

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