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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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