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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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