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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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