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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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