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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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