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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

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