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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

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