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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in electronic educational technology are enabling learners 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. These massive open courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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