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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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