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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. 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. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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