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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic education technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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