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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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