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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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