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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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