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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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