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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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