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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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