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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

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