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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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