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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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