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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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