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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in digital education technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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