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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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