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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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