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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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