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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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