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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology enable humans all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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