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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning have empowered humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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