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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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