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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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