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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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