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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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