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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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