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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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