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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners 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. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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