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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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