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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations must deal with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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