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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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