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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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