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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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