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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part 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 massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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