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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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