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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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