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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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