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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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