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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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