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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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