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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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