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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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