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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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