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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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