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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of 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 classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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