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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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