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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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