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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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