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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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