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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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