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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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