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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high attrition?

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