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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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