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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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