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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

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