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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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