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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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