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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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