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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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