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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in electronic educational technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

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