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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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