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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning are empowering learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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