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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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