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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

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