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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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