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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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