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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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