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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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