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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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