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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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