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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

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