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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

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