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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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