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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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