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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online education are enabling students in every nation on earth 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 open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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