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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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