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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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