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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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