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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

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