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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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