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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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