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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

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