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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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