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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology enable students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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