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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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