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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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