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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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