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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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