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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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