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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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