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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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