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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in learning technology are enabling students all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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