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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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