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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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