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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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