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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in elearning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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