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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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