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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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