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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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