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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high student attrition?

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