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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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