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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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