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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in nations all around 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. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

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