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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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