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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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