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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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