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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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