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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in digital education technology have enabled students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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