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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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