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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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