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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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