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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning are empowering learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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