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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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