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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

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