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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

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