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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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