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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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