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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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