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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Monaco to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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