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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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