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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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