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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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