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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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