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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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