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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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