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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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