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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in e-learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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