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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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