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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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