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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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