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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. 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. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

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