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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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