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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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