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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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