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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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