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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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