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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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