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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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