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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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