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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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