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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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