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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high attrition?

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