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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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