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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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