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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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