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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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