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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology have enabled students all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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