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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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