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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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