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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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