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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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