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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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