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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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