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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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