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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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