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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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