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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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