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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology enable people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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