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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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