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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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