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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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