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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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