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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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