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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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