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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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