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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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