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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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