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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in digital education technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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