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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online education are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are 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 several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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