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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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