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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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