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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guyana to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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