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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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