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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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