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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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