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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

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