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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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