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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily 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 topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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