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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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