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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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