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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in digital education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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