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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are empowering people 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 courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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