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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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