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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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