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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning technology enable humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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