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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver 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. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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