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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in elearning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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