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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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