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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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