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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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