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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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