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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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