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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate 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 massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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