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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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