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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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