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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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