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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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