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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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