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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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