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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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