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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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