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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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