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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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