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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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