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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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