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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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