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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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