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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. 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 students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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