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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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