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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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