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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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