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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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