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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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