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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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