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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. New gains in online learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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