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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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