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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

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