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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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