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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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