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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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