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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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