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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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