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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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