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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in digital education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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