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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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