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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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