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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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