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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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