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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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