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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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