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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high attrition?

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