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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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