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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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