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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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