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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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