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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high student attrition?

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