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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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