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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Lesotho to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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