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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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