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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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