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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gabon to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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