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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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