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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. 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. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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