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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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