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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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