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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

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