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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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