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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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