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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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