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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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