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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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