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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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