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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in electronic educational technology are enabling students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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