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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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