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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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