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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take 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 mostly free but do not consistently 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 issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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