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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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