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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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