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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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