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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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