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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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