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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Benin to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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