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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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