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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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