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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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