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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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