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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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