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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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