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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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