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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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