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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like India to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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