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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth 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 usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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