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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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