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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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