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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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