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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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