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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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