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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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