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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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