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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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