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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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