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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Austria to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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