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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver 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. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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