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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Austria to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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