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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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