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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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