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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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