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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth 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 MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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