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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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