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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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