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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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