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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic education technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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