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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guatemala to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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