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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually 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 issues that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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