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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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