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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kingman Reef to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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