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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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