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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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