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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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