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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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