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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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