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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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