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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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