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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology enable people all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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