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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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