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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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