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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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