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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic educational technology enable humans 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. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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