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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are 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 several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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