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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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