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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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