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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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