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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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