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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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