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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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