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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

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