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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. 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 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 numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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