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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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