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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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