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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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