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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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