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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 (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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