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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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