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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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