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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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