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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver 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. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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