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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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