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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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