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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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