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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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