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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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