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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in digital education technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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