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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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