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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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