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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

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